Songling Pu, Herbert Allen Giles

Strange Stories From a Chinese Studio

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Produktbeschreibung

Delve into the captivating world of traditional Chinese folklore with "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio Vol. I." This collection of short stories, penned by Songling Pu, offers a fascinating glimpse into a realm where the supernatural intertwines with everyday life. Experience tales of ghosts, spirits, and the extraordinary events that challenge the boundaries of reality. These timeless stories, meticulously translated into English, showcase the rich tapestry of Chinese culture and imagination. Explore themes of morality, love, and the human condition through the lens of the supernatural. This volume presents classic examples of Chinese short fiction, appealing to those interested in literary collections and Asian literature. Discover why these enchanting narratives have resonated with readers for centuries. This print edition allows readers to experience these strange and wonderful stories in their original form. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 312
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 440g
• ISBN-13: 9781023364089
• ISBN-10: 1023364085
• Artikelnr.: 74020188

Autorenporträt

Songling Pu (1640-1715), also transliterated as P'u Sung-ling, was a Chinese writer renowned for his work 'Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio' (Liaozhai Zhiyi), which has significantly influenced Chinese literature and culture. Born in the late Ming dynasty in Zichuan (present-day Shandong province), Pu attained the lowest degree in the Chinese civil service examination but was never able to advance to higher levels due to the political and social upheavals of his times. Turned towards a literary career, he compiled what would become one of the most celebrated collections of fantastic tales in Chinese literature. Spawned over years from various folklores, legends and his own imagination, 'Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio' consists of nearly 500 stories, epitomizing the zhiguai genre, which means 'tales of the strange and the supernatural.' Pu's writing is characterized by a whimsical blend of wit, allegory, and a deeply satirical critique of the social and bureaucratic deficiencies of his day. The infusion of supernatural elements in his stories often serves to highlight human nature and societal issues, rather than merely providing escapism. 'Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio' has seen numerous translations and remains an essential text for understanding traditional Chinese storytelling and Qing-era society. Pu's mastery of the classical Chinese language and his pioneering narrative style have enshrined his place as a significant literary figure in China and beyond.